Downtown Fort Lauderdale Travel Guide
Fort Lauderdale
Visit Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Popular places to visit
Las Olas Boulevard
Shops, art galleries and restaurants line a two-lane street that is Fort Lauderdale’s answer to California’s Rodeo Drive.
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Dine out, watch a show, attend a workshop and enjoy the scenic riverside location of one of South Florida’s premier entertainment venues.
Museum of Discovery and Science
Animals, aquariums and science experiments all under one roof.
Intracoastal Waterway
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Intracoastal Waterway during your travels in Fort Lauderdale. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Riverwalk
After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fort Lauderdale. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum
Transporting you to another time, this museum features a showroom for luxury Packard cars that lit up the early 20th century with their extravagance.
Things to do
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Ocean Parasailing Adventure In Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale: Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
Top hotels in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
This is a bit of a dated hotel but is conveniently located to the cruise ship terminal. Price includes a great breakfast with lots of options from fresh cooked omelettes, scrambled eggs, lots of cereals, baked goods, waffles, and fresh fruit. Your stay also includes 2 drink tickets and assorted appy’s ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Riverside Hotel
Love this little boutique style hotel! My favorite in the ft Lauderdale area...close to everything, really clean and the staff is friendly
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina
Everything was great but AC in room was too cold and couldn’t adjust it so turned it off
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
Parking wasn’t the best and check in was a nightmare but, the staff was very hospitable and did everything to appease us during the lengthy wait. Wish I had more time to explore and enjoy the amenities. I did run into an issue where I was charged twice but after calling and providing receipts, the ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port & Convention Center
They need a bigger lobby area and breakfast eating area!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG
The room safe was broken. The room carpet damp and slick. The shower water randomly varied from lukewarm to very hot. I won't stay there again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Victoria Park
While visiting Victoria Park, you might make a stop by sights like Parker Playhouse and Jimmy Evert Tennis Center.
Las Olas Isles
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Olas Isles and surrounding area, you can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Las Olas Beach.
Central Fort Lauderdale
While visiting Central Fort Lauderdale, you might make a stop by sights like Sistrink Marketplace & Brewery and Andrews Living Art Studio.
Harbordale
If you're spending some time in Harbordale, Harbor Shops and Port Everglades Cruise Terminal 2 are top sights worth seeing.
Seven Isles
While Seven Isles isn't home to many top sights, Las Olas Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Fort Lauderdale
If you're spending some time in East Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
